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PowertrainP1210

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Traction control module switch signal

28 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 28

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1210No description available Powertrain
BYDP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
CheryP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1210Traction Control Signal Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1210Cold start injector 1 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1210Traction control module switch signal BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1210Starter relay voltage high BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1210Inlaatgasklep BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
GMP1210Traction Control Signal Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1210Fuel Heater Relay 1 Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP1210No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1210No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1210Injector control pressure higher than desired BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1210No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
NissanP1210Tachometer switch signals BrandPowertrain
OpelP1210Traction Control Signal Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1210Cold start injector 1 BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1210No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1210Intake throttle valve BrandPowertrain
SaabP1210Traction Control Signal Circuit BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1210TACM SW SIGNALS BrandPowertrain
TataP1210No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1210Traction control module switch signal BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1210 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP121001Accelerator pedal 2 power supply circuit error BrandPowertrain

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